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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1939

Page

2

WPA Praise From Republican Mayor Reported

A Republican mayor praises the WPA citing its prudent use of federal funds and flexible methods to aid jobless workers. The Washington Democrat notes Mayor Harold H. Burton of Cleveland told a House subcommittee that without WPA help his city would face severe unemployment pressures and urged continued support.

Harold H. Burton Cleveland Ohio House of Representatives Washington Work Relief Agency

Indian Church and Huff of Odon and McArtor

Fragmentary note mentions Indian church and individuals Huff of Odon and McArtor and edad Of. Details unclear but points to a local church or community item.

The Indian Church Huff Odon McArtor Edad

Local visitors and family gatherings noted across towns

The text lists numerous names visiting relatives and attending events on Decoration Day and over the weekend. Mrs Clyde Brocky Mrs Jess Sheol Plainville and Ruth Nolley from Indianapolis are among those mentioned, with several others visiting in Elinora and Bedford areas.

Charles Clyde Brocky Jess! Sheol Plainville Perkins Ruth Nolley Anapolis Fiint iMich Jopn K Mo Felis Alice Lois Bright Paul Elnora David “Wikever

W FM Group Meeting Held at ile Ind June 3

The W FM group met at ile Indiana on June 3 with refreshments served to members. Hostess Mrs Leta Lee led the gathering, with guests including Mrs Neil Killion and other local women. Nearby Plainville notices list visitors and social visits from Odon Sandborn Carlisle and Bloomfield area families over the weekend.

Carlise Harold Clark Lyons Thatcherd Mortland Stella Fogelsong Bloomfield Rowena Edmondson Beverly Gene Jasonville Ernest Golliher Mildred McCann Linton

In Memory of Pearl Gilbert and Plainville Boy Scouts Hiking Trip

In memory of Pearl Gilbert and the Plainville Boy Scouts who joined a hiking trip in Foust woods. Attendees included Ewan, Sam, Rev Piateou, John Robert Meyers, Bruce Risley, Bob Hardy, Bob Addie Mayberry, Philp ton, Maurice Witaman, V Ris, and Billy McCann, who has retired to work in Springfield after a short visit with parents. Mrs Charles Nowling hosted Bunco club with guests Mrs Jerrier, Mrs Bernie Massie, Mrs Ra Singleton, Mrs Clarence Killis, Mrs Ralph Sawyer, Mrs rt Doglin, Mrs Ralph Wal, hostess and guest Mrs Eddie Passwater.

Pearl ‘Gilbert Billy McCann Springfield Ter Cyril McCann Charles Nowling Bunco Club G Wen Jerrier Bernie Massie Ra Singleton Clarence | Killis Ralph. Sawyer Rt Doglin Ralph Wal Eddie Passwater

Central Christian Morning Service Schedule Notes

Fragmented notes list morning services at 10 30 children Conan Hine and Brothers Ask programs 9 15 am. evening service 7 30 pm. youth meeting 6 20 pm. tax register for Union Vacation School. county gathering Monday. Wednesday 7 30 pm place Circle event. mothers and baby care noted.

Arthur Weaver Conan” Adee Heer Jesus Servic Donate F Young Peoples Neeing Ristéar Wedubedng Ghaiet Plce Circle

Sudan grass growing for pasture gains in hot weather

Farmers report Sudan grass pastures can increase digestible forage when cows are turned onto the mass. Drill seed at about 30 pounds per acre, set drill 7 to 9 percent, and plant as a hot weather, high-yielding crop. A bulletin from the agent’s office offers further information on Sudan grass.

Sudan

Wyatt Corn Dies in Pike County

Petersburg Ind June 3 Wyatt Corn 67 prominent Democrat dies in Pike County after a crash involving a German Messerschmitt Bf 109 fighter plane. Details are sparse but the incident is noted as a fatal air crash.

Wyatt Pike County Petersburg Ind Wyatt Corn Messerschmitt

Feminine diplomat and the Denmark visit note

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a diplomat, Denmark, and scattered phrases including a reference to an intelligence remark and various broken terms. The readable pieces hint at a historical note on a feminine envoy and a Denmark-related event, but concrete details are unclear.

Duke Martin Murder Sparks Manhattan Headlines

In a tense newsroom scene, Duke Martin lies dead after a gunshot as reporters rush to confirm details. Tackie Vere-de-Vere, the jewel-toned social figure, reacts with shock while officers search the apartment for the firearm and motive. The paper plans a major special edition on the murder.

Duke ‘Martin Tackie Thompson Mr. Martin Tackie Duke Martin Vere-de-Ve Reilly Grogan Murphy Terrace Wiley Martin

Union Chapel VII B 4 Supt We Celebrate No Attendance

Union Chapel VII B 4 reports no attendance last week with new scholars. Superintendent notes many funded positions and urges more participation as enforcement of plans moves ahead.

Union Chapel

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